Episode

Lab Notes: Is measles back?

Podcast: The Science Show
Published: Apr 16, 2026
Duration seconds: 647
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Summary

In 2024, measles claimed an estimated 95,000 lives around the world – despite the fact that we have an effective, affordable vaccine. In Australia, at least 80 cases have been recorded this year. So is measles back?